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Kimberly Burke
Burke Law Firm, P.C.
10800 Gosling Rd.
Suite 131376
The Woodlands, TX 77393
Phone: (832) 752-0111 | Fax: (832) 645-7629
http://www.burkelawfirm.com
Experienced, Personable Bankruptcy Lawyer, SE-TX
Legal Topic
Bankruptcy
Preferred New Clients
Chapter 7 and Chapter 13.
Sub-Categories
Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13
- Chapter 7
- Collections & Repossessions
- Credit Disputes
- Debt Relief
- Garnishments
- Credit Repair
- Credit Restoration
- Creditor Harassment
- Personal Bankruptcy
- Foreclosures
Bar Admissions
TX, Nov 2002
Bar Number: 24036682
Other Court Admissions
Southern District of Texas (U.S. District Court).
Association Memberships
American Bar Association, Texas Bar Association, Texas Young Lawyers Association, Woodlands Bar Association, Woodlands Young Lawyers Association, Montgomery County Bar Association.
Continuing Education
I attend continuing legal education seminars on the topics of bankruptcy, family law, wills and estates, and insurance. I normally exceed the continuing legal education hours required.
Papers and Publications
Co-Author, State Bar of Texas' Plan of Action, FEMA Disaster Legal Services (2007)
Author, Insurance Issues Section, TYLA's "Legal Guide for Cancer Patients" (2006)
Author, "Insurance Issues Facing Cancer Patients," Texas Bar Journal (2006)
Author, Texas Young Lawyers Association's E-News articles
Author, "The Basel Convention and the International Trade of Hazardous Waste?" Currents International Trade Law Journal (Winter 2002)
Example Cases
I had a client who, before she came to see me, had signed up with a debt settlement agency to try to get a handle on her credit card debt. She was paying a fairly large amount of money to this agency each month, but did not feel like she was getting much in return. Her creditors were still calling. When she came to see me about filing bankruptcy, she was really worried about what would happen with her contract with the debt agency. Under a chapter 7 bankruptcy, debt to a debt settlement agency is discharged. I was able to help her not only discharge her credit card debt, but the money she owed the debt agency as well.
Education
Degree:
B.A.
School:
Southwestern University
City:
Georgetown
State:
TX
Year:
1999
Honors:
Dean's List, Senior Leader of the Year Nominee, Cardinal Key Society.
Focus and Accomplishments:
English.
Degree:
J.D.
School:
South Texas College of Law
City:
Houston
State:
TX
Year:
2002
Honors:
Chester James Taylor Award for Writing Excellence (2002).
Focus and Accomplishments:
Notes Editor, International Trade Law Journal.
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Texas
Firm Focus and History
Burke Law Firm, P.C. provides personalized legal representation that gets results in the following areas: bankruptcy, consumer debt, family law, wills and estates, and insurance issues.
I have been practicing law in the state of Texas for seven years. After working in private practice, for the State, and as in-house counsel for a Fortune 500 company, Ms. Burke founded Burke Law Firm, P.C. in 2008.
Previous Employment Summary
2000 to 2003: General practice law firm in Houston, Texas
2003 to 2006: Staff Attorney for the Texas Department of Insurance in Austin, Texas
2006 to 2008: In-house counsel for a Fortune 500 company in Houston, Texas
2008 to present: Burke Law Firm, P.C.
Activities and Awards
ABA/Young Lawyers Division Texas Representative, District 25 (elected 2006 to 2008)
Liaison to the Texas Young Lawyers Association ("TYLA") Board (2006 to 2008)
Board Director, Austin Young Lawyers Association ("AYLA") (elected 2005 to 2006)
TYLA President's Award of Merit (2007 and 2008)
Award of Recognition from the Austin Bar (2006)
Speaker, 2007 Texas Bar Leaders Conference
Speaker, 2007 "Choose Law: A Profession for All"
Speaker, 2007 TYLA's "Legal Guide for Cancer Patients"
Speaker, 2006 Girl Law Day, Austin Texas
Co-Chair, TYLA "Legal Guide for Cancer Patients" committee
Co-Chair, TYLA member services committee
Co-Chair, AYLA committee for Texas Accountants and Lawyers for the Arts
Chair, AYLA Silent Auction Committee for Austin Bar Association's Annual Gala
2008 Montgomery County Wills for Heroes
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I think it can be beneficial to clients to educate themselves on their legal issues in order to better understand the legal process; however, I believe it is important for clients to also discuss what they have learned with an attorney who can analyze and interpret the client's legal issues based on that attorney's education and expertise.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am happy to review documents prepared by clients.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
This is not a service that I offer.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
When I was in high school, I knew I wanted to do something that would help others and make the world a bit better in some way. My junior year, I participated in a program called Teen Court. In my first case, I represented one of my classmates for a failure to stop ticket that she believed was unjustly issued. Arguing to a jury of our peers, I was able to reduce her community service hours nearly in half. My client was happy and I enjoyed helping her. I hadn't changed the world, but I made my client's life a bit better (even if it was just a traffic ticket). It is what I like about being a lawyer.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My parents taught me to treat others with respect and dignity and to always help someone in need if I am able. I know that these values not only make me a better lawyer, but also make me a better person in general.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
As a solo practitioner, I handle cases where there is the greatest need in the areas of law in which I have experience. Primarily, I handle bankruptcy, family law, and wills and estates. In this economy, bankruptcy has become my primary area of practice.
What do you like best about your career?
I enjoy helping others. It is an honor and privilege to be able to use my knowledge to solve a legal issue in someone's life that is causing them so much stress and worry.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner, so all of my clients deal directly with me.
What are your strengths and style?
I am a good listener, easy to talk to, and I will be direct and honest with you about your case.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two girls.
Fax
(832) 645-7629
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Both. For routine legal matters, I charge a fixed-price fee. For all other legal matters, I charge an hourly rate. For hourly rate cases, I will provide an estimate of what the costs will likely be before I take the case.
Hourly Rates
$200.
Free Initial Consultation?
I offer a one hour free initial consultation.
Typical Retainer
I do not have a typical retainer.
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